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==Localization history==
==Localization history==
The Japanese spell ''Hyadain'' originally appeared in the third and fourth games. In the Japanese version of the games, ''Hyadain'''s position as the second strongest ice spell would eventually be taken by ''Mahyado'' and a stronger spell named ''Mahyadedosu'' was introduced in the ''Monsters: Joker'' series of games, eventually being introduced in the main series starting with ''Dragon Quest IX''. In the English versions of the games, Kacrackle continued to be used as the name of the strongest ice spell even though a new spell had been introduced, while Kacrack would be used as the new English name for ''Mahyado''. In Japan, ''Hyadain'' returned in a handful of spinoff appearances, such as ''The Adventure of Dai'' and ''Torneko: The Last Hope''.
The Japanese spell ''Hyadain'' originally appeared in the third and fourth games. In the Japanese version of the games, ''Hyadain'''s position as the second strongest ice spell would eventually be taken by ''Mahyado'' and a stronger spell named ''Mahyadedosu'' was introduced in the ''Monsters: Joker'' series of games, eventually being introduced in the main series starting with ''Dragon Quest IX''. In the English versions of the games, Kacrackle continued to be used as the name of the strongest ice spell even though a new spell had been introduced, while Kacrack would be used as the new English name for ''Mahyado''. In Japan, ''Hyadain'' returned in a handful of spinoff appearances, such as ''The Adventure of Dai'', ''Torneko: The Last Hope'', and ''Dragon Quest Walk''.


==Appearances==
==Appearances==
==={{DQ1HD}}===
Kacrack can be taught to the {{Hero 1}} through a [[List of special scrolls in Dragon Quest I HD-2D Remake|special scroll]] found in the [[Weeping isle]]. It costs 12 MP and deals up to 88~110 Ice damage to all foes, and if it goes [[Haywire Spell|haywire]] it will deal double damage.
==={{DQ2HD}}===
Kacrack is learned by the [[Princess of Cannock]] at level 26, and it can be taught to [[Prince of Cannock|her brother]] and the [[Princess of Moonbrooke]] through a [[List of special scrolls in Dragon Quest II HD-2D Remake|special scroll]] found in the [[Den of Inequity]]. It costs 12 MP and deals up to 88~110 Ice damage to all foes, and if it goes [[Haywire Spell|haywire]] it will deal double damage.
==={{DQ3}}===
==={{DQ3}}===
Learned by [[Mage]]s & [[Sage]]s at Level 32 in the [[Nintendo Entertainment System|original release]] due to a glitch. It costs 9 MP and hits all enemies for 60~80 points of damage. In the [[Super Nintendo Entertainment System|Super Famicom]] remake and its [[Game Boy]] Color port, the glitch has been corrected and the spell is learned at Level 26.
Kacrack is learned by [[Mage]]s & [[Sage]]s at Level 32 in the [[Nintendo Entertainment System|original release]] due to a programming bug; it costs 9 MP and hits all enemies for 60~80 points of damage. In the [[Super Nintendo Entertainment System|Super Famicom]] remake and its [[Game Boy]] Color port, the glitch has been corrected and the spell is learned at Level 26.
 
==={{DQ3HD}}===
Kacrack is learned by Mages and Sages at level 25 if their wisdom exceeds 110 points. Kacrack costs 10 MP and deals up to 88~110 to all enemies. As with all multi-targeting attack spells Kacrack's power is increased if it is used against a smaller number of foes, being 130% damage against a single monster, 120% against two monsters, and 110% damage when used on three monsters.
*As of the August 30th, 2025 patch the maximum damage range damage has risen to 107~135, before adjusting for the number of targets.


In the NES version of Dragon Warrior III, it is called IceSpears, while in the Game Boy version it is called BlizMost.
When cast by monsters Kacrack will deal 54~75 damage to the party.


==={{DQ4}}===
==={{DQ4}}===
Kacrack is learned by [[Borya]] at Level 27 and deals 60~80 damage for 8 MP. In the NES version of Dragon Warrior IV, it is called IceSpears.
Kacrack is learned by [[Borya]] at Level 27 and deals 60~80 damage to all enemies for 8 MP. In the NES version of ''Dragon Warrior IV'', it is called IceSpears.


==={{DQ9}}===
==={{DQ9}}===
Learned by [[Mage]]s at level 40. Lacerates all enemies with a raw volley of rasping ice for 24 MP. Base damage is 80~104 until the caster's [[magical might]] overcomes 200, and the cap is 204~227 at 999.
Kacrack can be learned by [[Mage]]s at level 40, lacerating all enemies with a raw volley of rasping ice for 24 MP. Its base damage is 80~104 until the caster's [[magical might]] overcomes 200, and the cap is 204~227 at 999.
 
When cast by monsters Kacrack deals 53~76 damage to the party.


===''[[Dragon Quest X]]''===
==={{DQ10}}===
Kacrack is learned by Mages at level 51 and [[Death Master]]s at level 77. It can also be learned by [[Jailcat]] as a monster companion with the Crack Knowledge skill tree for 32 skill points. It costs 21 MP to cast, with the base damage damage 76~88. Higher damage is calculated as ''(Magical might - 169) x 0.36 + 76~88'' for a maximum range of 376~388. The caster's magical might can be pushed beyond 999 thanks to buff abilities, changing the calculation to ''(Magical might - 999) /4 + 376~388'' for a true cap of 501~513 at 1,500 magical might.
Kacrack is learned by Mages at level 51 and [[Death Master]]s at level 77. It can also be learned by [[jailcat]] as a monster companion with the Crack Knowledge skill tree for 32 skill points. It costs 21 MP to cast, with the base damage damage 76~88. Higher damage is calculated as ''(Magical might - 169) x 0.36 + 76~88'' for a maximum range of 376~388. The caster's magical might can be pushed beyond 999 thanks to buff abilities, changing the calculation to ''(Magical might - 999) /4 + 376~388'' for a true cap of 501~513 at 1,500 magical might.


As ''X'' is a 3D game the ability for Kacrack to harm multiple monsters depends on the proximity of those enemies to the target monster the caster selects when casting the spell. The range for the target is 15 meters, with the spread damage effect extending to 6 meters.
As ''X'' is a 3D game the ability for Kacrack to harm multiple monsters depends on the proximity of those enemies to the target monster the caster selects when casting the spell. The range for the target is 15 meters, with the spread damage effect extending to 6 meters.
* In the ''[[Dragon Quest X Offline|Offline]]'' version of the game, the {{Hero 10}} will learn Kacrack as a Mage at level 51, being the only character who can cast it. It inflicts ice-elemental damage to all enemies.


==={{DQ11}}===
==={{DQ11}}===
[[Rab]] and {{Veronica 11}} will both learn Kacrack at level 44. The spell costs 20 MP to cast and its base range is 104~136 with the maximum range being 200~232 once the caster's Magical might reaches 323. A pepped up Veronica can also perform the Pep power [[Sliceberg]] with {{Serena 11}} as long as her sister has mastered the [[Crushed Ice]] skill.
[[Rab]] and {{Veronica 11}} will both learn Kacrack at level 44. The spell costs 20 MP to cast and its base range is 104~136 with the maximum range being 224~256 once the caster's Magical Might reaches 323. A Pepped up Veronica can also perform the pep power [[Sliceberg]] with {{Serena 11}} as long as her sister has mastered the [[Crushed Ice]] skill.
 
==={{DQDai}}===
Kacrack is first cast by [[Dai]] on Dermline Island in order to counteract the effects of [[Hadlar]]'s [[Kafrizz]] spell, demonstrating a level of magic beyond his abilities. The sage Marin also casts Kacrack against [[Flazzard]] during the battle at Valge Tower, but it proves ineffective, as he is able to absorb the effects of the spell with the icy side of his body. In the series, Kacrack is depicted as a compressed blast of ice-cold blue energy sent forth from the caster's hands.


===''[[Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker]]''===
===''[[Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker]]''===
Kacrack rips into all enemies with a hail of razor-sharp icicles for 12 MP. It can be learned from various skill trees.
Kacrack rips into all enemies with a hail of razor-sharp icicles for 12 MP, and will deal up to 206～226. It can be learned from various skill trees.


* [[Bang & Crack | Bang & Crack II]] (42 points)
* [[Bang & Crack | Bang & Crack II]] (42 points)
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==={{DQMJ2}}===
==={{DQMJ2}}===
Kacrack deals 114~126 base damage, and will cap at 209~231. It costs 28 MP to cast, and can be learned from all the skills it could be previously. It can now be learned from:
Kacrack deals 95~105 base damage, and will cap at 216~226. It costs 28 MP to cast, and can be learned from all the skills it could be previously. It can now be learned from:


* [[Crack & Sizz | Crack & Sizz II]] (45 points)
* [[Crack & Sizz | Crack & Sizz II]] (45 points)
* [[Crack & Sizz | Crack & Sizz III]] (7 points)
* [[Crack & Sizz | Crack & Sizz III]] (7 points)
* [[Zoma (skill) | Zoma]] (9 points)
* [[Zoma (skill) | Zoma]] (9 points)
===''[[Dragon Quest Monsters: Terry's Wonderland 3D|Terry's Wonderland 3D]]'' & ''[[Dragon Quest Monsters 2: Iru and Luca's Marvelous Mysterious Key|Iru and Luca's Marvelous Mysterious Key]]''===
Kacrack requires 22 MP to cast and deals 114~126. The damage range will reach 209~231 at 999 wisdom.


==={{DQMJ3}}===
==={{DQMJ3}}===
{{Stub}}
Kacrack's attributes are the same as in the previous two games.
 
==={{DQM3}}===
Kacrack costs 22 MP and is learned via the [[Crack Virtuoso]], [[Dhoulmagus (Talent)|Dhoulmagus]], [[Freeze]], [[Frosty Receptionist]], [[Mordegon, Lord of Shadows]], [[Polariser]], and [[Psaro the Manslayer (Talent)|Psaro the Manslayer]] talents. It has a base power of 120 and will deal an average of 220 damage at 999 wisdom.


==={{DQH}}===
==={{DQH}}===
Kacrack is the third tier spell of Jessica and can be learned by investing 16 skill points. After charging her Crackle spell for a short time, she can cast Kacrack, which creates a large burst of ice crystals in front of her that have a chance of freezing enemies for 19 MP.
{{Descriptions
{{Descriptions
|DQH=Freezes foes with an enormous blast of ice.<ref>Sony PlayStation 4 and Steam versions.</ref>
|DQH=Freezes foes with an enormous blast of ice.<ref>Sony PlayStation 4 and Steam versions.</ref>
}}
}}
Kacrack is the third tier spell of Jessica and can be learned by investing 16 skill points. After charging her Crackle spell for a short time, she can cast Kacrack, which creates a large burst of ice crystals in front of her that have a chance of freezing enemies for 19 MP.


==={{DQH2}}===
==={{DQH2}}===
{{Stub}}
{{Stub}}
==={{DQTreasures}}===
Kacrack can be learned by [[cutie slime]]s, [[silhouette]]s, [[pearly wight]]s, [[queen slime]]s, and [[Tundracky|tundrackies]] at level 33, automatically upgrading from Crackle. It deals a high amount of Ice-element damage to all enemies within the area, and costs 21 MP to cast.
==={{DQWalk}}===
Kacrack costs 24 MP to cast and inflicts moderate Crack-type spell damage to all enemies. It cannot be learned naturally by any vocation, but rather by equipping certain weapons such as the [[glumbrella]] and [[godbird sceptre]]. In Japanese, this version is the recurring ''Mahyado'' spell.
Another version of Kacrack can be learned by [[Grand Sorcerer]]s at level 40, costing 22 MP to cast. It also inflicts moderate Crack-type spell damage to all enemies. This version is the older ''Hyadain'' spell from ''III'' and ''IV'' and even uses a similar animation seen in remake versions.


==={{DQTact}}===
==={{DQTact}}===
Kacrack can be learned by [[Claria]] at level 48 and can also be learned by [[Slimecicle]] through Talent Blossoming. It costs 108 MP to cast. It has a range of three squares in front of her and inflicts major Crack-type spell damage to all enemies in a range of three squares horizontally. Upgrading the spell increases its damage and reduces the amount of MP it costs to cast.
Kacrack can be learned by [[Claria]] at level 48 and can also be learned by [[slimecicle]] through [[Talent Blossoming]]. It costs 108 MP to cast. It has a range of three squares in front of her and inflicts major Crack-type spell damage to all enemies in a range of three squares horizontally. Upgrading the spell increases its damage and reduces the amount of MP it costs to cast. Kacrack can also be taught to any unit with an ability scroll, which can be purchased from the Legend League Season 3 Medal Swap Shop for 5,000 Medals.
{{DQTactSkill
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|monsters=Claria, Slimecicle
|monsters=Claria, Slimecicle
}}
}}
==={{DQDai}}===
Kacrack is first cast by [[Dai]] on Dermline Island in order to counteract the effects of [[Hadlar]]'s [[Kafrizz]] spell, demonstrating a level of magic beyond his abilities. The sage Marin also casts Kacrack against [[Flazzard]] during the battle at Valge Tower, but it proves ineffective, as he is able to absorb the effects of the spell with the icy side of his body. In the series, Kacrack is depicted as a compressed blast of ice-cold blue energy sent forth from the caster's hands.


==={{AHB}}===
==={{AHB}}===
Kacrack appears as a normal spell for both [[Matoriv]] and [[Nova]] and as a spell finisher for [[Popp]], with the Luminary Leader being able to use all three versions. Matoriv's version inflicts piercing magical Ice damage over a small area and temporarily raises the caster's Ice damage. Nova's version inflicts magical Ice damage over a small area and temporarily lowers the target's physical and magical defence for a short time. Popp's version deals magical Ice damage over a wide area.
Kacrack appeared as a normal spell for both [[Matoriv]] and [[Nova]] and as a spell finisher for [[Popp]], with the Luminary Leader being able to use all three versions. Matoriv's version inflicted piercing magical Ice damage over a small area and temporarily raised the caster's Ice damage. Nova's version inflicted magical Ice damage over a small area and temporarily lowered the target's physical and magical defence for a short time. Popp's version dealt magical Ice damage over a wide area. Matoriv's version was unlocked when he joined the party and could be improved further by receiving White Quartz Staffs from Treasure Hunts or from the Shop Exchange, while Nova's Kacrack scrolls could have been received by playing during the "Northern Hero" event or from the Shop Exchange. Popp's version was unlockable by receiving the [[Siren's staff|Siren's Staff]] from limited Treasure Hunts.


Matoriv and Nova's Kacrack spells are actually named ''Hyadain'' in the Japanese version of the game, sharing a name with Kacrack from both ''Dragon Quest III'' and ''IV'', while Popp's is named ''Mahyado''.
Matoriv and Nova's Kacrack spells are actually named ''Hyadain'' in the Japanese version of the game, sharing a name with Kacrack from both ''Dragon Quest III'' and ''IV'', while Popp's is named ''Mahyado''.
==Enemy versions==
Kacrack has only been used by monsters thus far in ''IX'', where it deals 53~76.


==In Other Languages==
==In Other Languages==
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|it=Antartide|it-meaning=Italian for Antartica, the coldest place on Earth.
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}}
==Japanese musician==
Japanese musician [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hyadain Kenichi Maeyamada] (前山田健一) has used the pseudonym "ヒャダイン"(the Japanese name for Kacrack), in addition to his real name. He chose that name because he found the uselessness of Kacrack (in ''Dragon Quest III'' and ''IV'') ironic and fun.<ref>''[https://web.archive.org/web/20100523101135/http://sankei.jp.msn.com/entertainments/music/100520/msc1005200501000-n5.htm 【ＷＥＢ人・詳報版】「ヒャダイン」こと前山田健一さん（２９）　【プロの犯行】だったアレンジ曲投稿]'' (in Japanese), 2010-05-20, archived on 2010-05-23, Sankei Shimbun.</ref>


==Battle Visuals==
==Battle Visuals==
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{{ScreenshotGallery/Item|image=[[File:Kacrack 4 psx.gif]]|game={{DQ4}}|platform=PSX}}
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{{ScreenshotGallery/Item|image=[[File:DQ11-PS4-Kacrack.gif]]|game={{DQ11}}|platform=PS4}}
{{ScreenshotGallery/Item|image=[[File:Kacrack dqm joker 2.gif]]|game=''[[Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2|Joker 2]]''|platform=3DS}}
{{ScreenshotGallery/Item|image=[[File:Kacrack dqm joker 2.gif]]|game=''[[Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2]]''|platform=3DS}}
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{{ScreenshotGallery/Item|image=[[File:Kacrack dqm joker 3.gif]]|game=''[[Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 3]]''|platform=3DS}}
{{ScreenshotGallery/Item|image=[[File:Kacrack dqm 3ds.gif]]|game=''[[Dragon Quest Monsters: Terry's Wonderland 3D]]''|platform=3DS}}
{{ScreenshotGallery/Item|image=[[File:Kacrack heroes.gif]]|game=''[[Dragon Quest Heroes]]''|platform=PS4}}
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{{ScreenshotGalleryXL/Item|image=[[File:Kacrack XI 3D XL Serena.gif]]|game={{DQ11}}|platform={{PS4}}}}
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{{ScreenshotGalleryXL/Item|image=[[File:Kacrack dqm joker 3.gif]]|game=''[[Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 3]]''|platform=3DS}}
{{ScreenshotGalleryXL/Item|image=[[File:Kacrack dqm 3ds.gif]]|game=''[[Dragon Quest Monsters: Terry's Wonderland 3D|Terry's Wonderland 3D]]''|platform=3DS}}
{{ScreenshotGalleryXL/Item|image=[[File:Kacrack DQMTDP.gif]]|game={{DQM3}}|platform=Switch}}
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==Gallery==
==Gallery==
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DQDai 2020 Hyadain.jpg|Dai casting Kacrack in the 2020 ''The Adventure of Dai'' series
DQDai 2020 Hyadain.jpg|Dai casting Kacrack in the 2020 ''The Adventure of Dai'' series
</gallery></center>
</gallery></center>
==Japanese musician==
Japanese musician [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hyadain Kenichi Maeyamada] (前山田健一) has used the pseudonym "ヒャダイン"(the Japanese name for Kacrack), in addition to his real name. He chose that name because he found the uselessness of Kacrack (in ''Dragon Quest III'' and ''IV'') ironic and fun.<ref>''[https://web.archive.org/web/20100523101135/http://sankei.jp.msn.com/entertainments/music/100520/msc1005200501000-n5.htm 【ＷＥＢ人・詳報版】「ヒャダイン」こと前山田健一さん（２９）　【プロの犯行】だったアレンジ曲投稿]'' (in Japanese), 2010-05-20, archived on 2010-05-23, Sankei Shimbun.</ref>


== References ==
== References ==
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Latest revision as of 20:35, 8 December 2025

Kacrack is a spell in the Dragon Quest series. It pierces all enemies with ice damage. Kacrack was removed from the series' spell pool in Dragon Quest V, due to Kacrackle's target range being increased to effect all enemies. The spell would not return until Dragon Quest IX. It is also related to the spells Crack and Crackle.

Localization history[edit]

The Japanese spell Hyadain originally appeared in the third and fourth games. In the Japanese version of the games, Hyadain's position as the second strongest ice spell would eventually be taken by Mahyado and a stronger spell named Mahyadedosu was introduced in the Monsters: Joker series of games, eventually being introduced in the main series starting with Dragon Quest IX. In the English versions of the games, Kacrackle continued to be used as the name of the strongest ice spell even though a new spell had been introduced, while Kacrack would be used as the new English name for Mahyado. In Japan, Hyadain returned in a handful of spinoff appearances, such as The Adventure of Dai, Torneko: The Last Hope, and Dragon Quest Walk.

Appearances[edit]

Dragon Quest I HD-2D Remake[edit]

Kacrack can be taught to the Hero through a special scroll found in the Weeping isle. It costs 12 MP and deals up to 88~110 Ice damage to all foes, and if it goes haywire it will deal double damage.

Dragon Quest II HD-2D Remake[edit]

Kacrack is learned by the Princess of Cannock at level 26, and it can be taught to her brother and the Princess of Moonbrooke through a special scroll found in the Den of Inequity. It costs 12 MP and deals up to 88~110 Ice damage to all foes, and if it goes haywire it will deal double damage.

Dragon Quest III: The Seeds of Salvation[edit]

Kacrack is learned by Mages & Sages at Level 32 in the original release due to a programming bug; it costs 9 MP and hits all enemies for 60~80 points of damage. In the Super Famicom remake and its Game Boy Color port, the glitch has been corrected and the spell is learned at Level 26.

Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake[edit]

Kacrack is learned by Mages and Sages at level 25 if their wisdom exceeds 110 points. Kacrack costs 10 MP and deals up to 88~110 to all enemies. As with all multi-targeting attack spells Kacrack's power is increased if it is used against a smaller number of foes, being 130% damage against a single monster, 120% against two monsters, and 110% damage when used on three monsters.

  • As of the August 30th, 2025 patch the maximum damage range damage has risen to 107~135, before adjusting for the number of targets.

When cast by monsters Kacrack will deal 54~75 damage to the party.

Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen[edit]

Kacrack is learned by Borya at Level 27 and deals 60~80 damage to all enemies for 8 MP. In the NES version of Dragon Warrior IV, it is called IceSpears.

Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies[edit]

Kacrack can be learned by Mages at level 40, lacerating all enemies with a raw volley of rasping ice for 24 MP. Its base damage is 80~104 until the caster's magical might overcomes 200, and the cap is 204~227 at 999.

When cast by monsters Kacrack deals 53~76 damage to the party.

Dragon Quest X[edit]

Kacrack is learned by Mages at level 51 and Death Masters at level 77. It can also be learned by jailcat as a monster companion with the Crack Knowledge skill tree for 32 skill points. It costs 21 MP to cast, with the base damage damage 76~88. Higher damage is calculated as (Magical might - 169) x 0.36 + 76~88 for a maximum range of 376~388. The caster's magical might can be pushed beyond 999 thanks to buff abilities, changing the calculation to (Magical might - 999) /4 + 376~388 for a true cap of 501~513 at 1,500 magical might.

As X is a 3D game the ability for Kacrack to harm multiple monsters depends on the proximity of those enemies to the target monster the caster selects when casting the spell. The range for the target is 15 meters, with the spread damage effect extending to 6 meters.

  • In the Offline version of the game, the Hero will learn Kacrack as a Mage at level 51, being the only character who can cast it. It inflicts ice-elemental damage to all enemies.

Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age[edit]

Rab and Veronica will both learn Kacrack at level 44. The spell costs 20 MP to cast and its base range is 104~136 with the maximum range being 224~256 once the caster's Magical Might reaches 323. A Pepped up Veronica can also perform the pep power Sliceberg with Serena as long as her sister has mastered the Crushed Ice skill.

Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker[edit]

Kacrack rips into all enemies with a hail of razor-sharp icicles for 12 MP, and will deal up to 206～226. It can be learned from various skill trees.

Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2[edit]

Kacrack deals 95~105 base damage, and will cap at 216~226. It costs 28 MP to cast, and can be learned from all the skills it could be previously. It can now be learned from:

Terry's Wonderland 3D & Iru and Luca's Marvelous Mysterious Key[edit]

Kacrack requires 22 MP to cast and deals 114~126. The damage range will reach 209~231 at 999 wisdom.

Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 3[edit]

Kacrack's attributes are the same as in the previous two games.

Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince[edit]

Kacrack costs 22 MP and is learned via the Crack Virtuoso, Dhoulmagus, Freeze, Frosty Receptionist, Mordegon, Lord of Shadows, Polariser, and Psaro the Manslayer talents. It has a base power of 120 and will deal an average of 220 damage at 999 wisdom.

Dragon Quest Heroes: The World Tree's Woe and the Blight Below[edit]

GameDescription
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Freezes foes with an enormous blast of ice.[1]

Kacrack is the third tier spell of Jessica and can be learned by investing 16 skill points. After charging her Crackle spell for a short time, she can cast Kacrack, which creates a large burst of ice crystals in front of her that have a chance of freezing enemies for 19 MP.

Dragon Quest Heroes II: Twin Kings and the Prophecy's End[edit]

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Dragon Quest Treasures[edit]

Kacrack can be learned by cutie slimes, silhouettes, pearly wights, queen slimes, and tundrackies at level 33, automatically upgrading from Crackle. It deals a high amount of Ice-element damage to all enemies within the area, and costs 21 MP to cast.

Dragon Quest Walk[edit]

Kacrack costs 24 MP to cast and inflicts moderate Crack-type spell damage to all enemies. It cannot be learned naturally by any vocation, but rather by equipping certain weapons such as the glumbrella and godbird sceptre. In Japanese, this version is the recurring Mahyado spell.

Another version of Kacrack can be learned by Grand Sorcerers at level 40, costing 22 MP to cast. It also inflicts moderate Crack-type spell damage to all enemies. This version is the older Hyadain spell from III and IV and even uses a similar animation seen in remake versions.

Dragon Quest Tact[edit]

Kacrack can be learned by Claria at level 48 and can also be learned by slimecicle through Talent Blossoming. It costs 108 MP to cast. It has a range of three squares in front of her and inflicts major Crack-type spell damage to all enemies in a range of three squares horizontally. Upgrading the spell increases its damage and reduces the amount of MP it costs to cast. Kacrack can also be taught to any unit with an ability scroll, which can be purchased from the Legend League Season 3 Medal Swap Shop for 5,000 Medals.

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Ability information
Kacrack
Role * Type * Element MP cost
Attack Spell DQTact Crack.png 108
Range Additional effects
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Front 3		 None
Description
Deals major Crack-type spell damage to all enemies in area of effect
Naturally learnt by
Claria, Slimecicle


Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai[edit]

Kacrack is first cast by Dai on Dermline Island in order to counteract the effects of Hadlar's Kafrizz spell, demonstrating a level of magic beyond his abilities. The sage Marin also casts Kacrack against Flazzard during the battle at Valge Tower, but it proves ineffective, as he is able to absorb the effects of the spell with the icy side of his body. In the series, Kacrack is depicted as a compressed blast of ice-cold blue energy sent forth from the caster's hands.

Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai: A Hero's Bonds[edit]

Kacrack appeared as a normal spell for both Matoriv and Nova and as a spell finisher for Popp, with the Luminary Leader being able to use all three versions. Matoriv's version inflicted piercing magical Ice damage over a small area and temporarily raised the caster's Ice damage. Nova's version inflicted magical Ice damage over a small area and temporarily lowered the target's physical and magical defence for a short time. Popp's version dealt magical Ice damage over a wide area. Matoriv's version was unlocked when he joined the party and could be improved further by receiving White Quartz Staffs from Treasure Hunts or from the Shop Exchange, while Nova's Kacrack scrolls could have been received by playing during the "Northern Hero" event or from the Shop Exchange. Popp's version was unlockable by receiving the Siren's Staff from limited Treasure Hunts.

Matoriv and Nova's Kacrack spells are actually named Hyadain in the Japanese version of the game, sharing a name with Kacrack from both Dragon Quest III and IV, while Popp's is named Mahyado.

In Other Languages[edit]

Language Translation Meaning
ICON-FLAG-ES.png EspañolMegaheladaFrom mega- and helada.
ICON-FLAG-FR.png FrançaisMégaglaceFrom mega- and glace.
ICON-FLAG-DE.png DeutschKlirrDerived from the German verb klirren, which means to clash or clatter.
ICON-FLAG-IT.png ItalianoAntartideItalian for Antartica, the coldest place on Earth.

Japanese musician[edit]

Japanese musician Kenichi Maeyamada (前山田健一) has used the pseudonym "ヒャダイン"(the Japanese name for Kacrack), in addition to his real name. He chose that name because he found the uselessness of Kacrack (in Dragon Quest III and IV) ironic and fun.[2]

Battle Visuals[edit]


Gallery[edit]

  • Rab casting Kacrack

  • Jessica casting Kacrack

  • Rivals card

  • Matoriv's skill icon for Kacrack in A Hero's Bonds

  • Nova's skill icon for Kacrack in A Hero's Bonds

  • Popp's skill icon for Kacrack in A Hero's Bonds

  • Dai casting Kacrack in the 2020 The Adventure of Dai series

References[edit]

  1. ↑ Sony PlayStation 4 and Steam versions.
  2. ↑ 【ＷＥＢ人・詳報版】「ヒャダイン」こと前山田健一さん（２９）　【プロの犯行】だったアレンジ曲投稿 (in Japanese), 2010-05-20, archived on 2010-05-23, Sankei Shimbun.


Spells in the Dragon Quest series
Master list
Burst magic
Darkness magic
Death and Banishing magic
Earth magic
Explosive magic
Fire magic
Gravity magic
Ice magic
Lightning magic
Non-elemental magic
Siphoning magic
Water magic
Wind magic
Recovery magic
Support magic
Transformation magic
Field magic
Miscellaneous magic
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